Peaks Of Otter Campground, Blue Ridge Parkway, VA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map

Peaks Of Otter Campground is part of Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia (47 min northeast of Roanoke, VA) with an elevation of 2,617 feet. There are a total of 141 campsites including 84 tent-only sites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the beginning of November. 54 sites can accommodate RVs between 18 and 101 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Prices start at $20.00 per night. Some amenities include dump station, general store, flush toilets. Activities include fishing, hiking trails.

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4.2 out of 5

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@JanetH5048939 · Camped on Jul 14, 2025 at Campsite #T49

Very quiet relaxing campground.

@NancyR3491744 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #A14

With the closing of the parkway just south of peaks of Otter the traffic is being detoured just behind the campground. There was traffic noise all day and much of the night. My site was also close enough to the parking lot that I had rowdy hikers wake me up at 4 am (to climb Sharptop to see dawn). The sites were spacious and well maintained. Given the terrain, many sites have stairs which can make loading and unloading difficult. 2 stars out of 5 due to noise; 4.5 out of 5 if it werent for the noise

@LauraC7322672 · Camped on Jul 3, 2025 at Campsite #A41

Great location, roads leading up to it remind me of the mountain roads near my childhood summer home at Lake Lure NC. So much fun to drive! Very Clean bathrooms, bring hand soap just in case and a light to use at night. Sharp Top Mountain Trail is no joke. A challenging work out, but worth it! Fire fires sparkling up my tent site at night, beautiful!

@LISAS7216541 · Camped on Jun 30, 2025 at Campsite #T18

Had a wonderful time at this park. The campsites were large and well kept. The entire area was very nice. Would definitely stay again if in the area.

@CrystalBE24C61 · Camped on Jun 23, 2025 at Campsite #A35

Very quite and peaceful. Everyone was nice. A camp fire is a must to keep down the bugs, but being in the woods in the summer it's hard to do.

@JohnK6536193 · Camped on Jun 5, 2025 at Campsite #A35

I loved the peacefulness of the campground and the hikes up Sharp Top and Flat Top. The D-Day Memorial in Bedford was also a highlight.

@RichardF767024 · Camped on May 26, 2025 at Campsite #T40

Had reserved a campsite and when we got there it wasnt going to work. Wayne, the ranger was very helpful in getting a site that fit our needs. The campground was older but really liked the in the woods feel.

@MelanieS829936 · Camped on Sep 21, 2024 at Campsite #A19

This campground off the Blue Ridge Parkway is a gem! My site (A19) was spacious and well-separated, with a clean picnic table and fire pit. I stayed in my van, but the tent pad was perfectly flat. For my fellow van-lifers, the driveway was paved and level; however, I wished it were a bit longer so I could back up further from the road. Just a heads up: this site is right next to a path leading to the Sharp Top Store. There's also a lovely trail connecting the campground to a paved path surrounding the lake. Dont forget to bring a good lantern, as the bathrooms were unlit but well-maintained. If you're feeling lazy like I was, you can get a $15 van ride that takes you close to the Sharp Top summit. Overall, this was a great campground for a relaxing nature getaway.

@TimothyM325903 · Camped on Sep 9, 2024 at Campsite #T38

It would be nice to have lights in the bathroom.

@LouiseE7517881 · Camped on Sep 3, 2024 at Campsite #T5

Clean restrooms and a well-maintained campground.

@EmilyT1326398 · Camped on Aug 31, 2024 at Campsite #B14

Peaks of Otter is a good campground. Camp store is quite small but they do have some essentials (firewood and firestarters were all we needed). The bathroom got a little messy and ran out of toilet paper while we were there (it was Labor Day Weekend). The campground was clean and mostly quiet. There is no utility sink or place to dump waste water from dishes. Campsite B14 is a good site. It's very close to the bathroom but not so close that the light is bothersome. You do see a lot of campers on their way to the bathroom but that's OK. The spot for your tent is perfectly level. The site has a table, fire ring, and bear box. There is plenty of shade. I do not think you could fit more than one tent at this site unless they were small backpacking tents.

@AliceB34692F69 · Camped on Aug 27, 2024 at Campsite #A18

Our campsite was lovely! We were located fairly close to the bathrooms. We could hear loud vehicles from the highway, but that didn't keep several deer from wandering close by. The bathrooms were vintage and without lights, but adequate. The yard crew descended on our camping loop around 7:30 the next morning. I know they were just doing what had to be done, but it was unfortunate.

@LaurensT304082 · Camped on Aug 20, 2024 at Campsite #T51

Steps mentioned in earlier review are repaired and appear new. Site somewhat unlevel but it is with a dip in the middle so good positioning means level is not a problem. Very nice campground. Under utilized when we were there in August. Fully shaded site.

@TomJ6621357560 · Camped on Aug 20, 2024 at Campsite #A7

Lovely campground. I use a tent, and the pad was flat and held stakes well. Campground is wooded and beautiful. Lots of deer. Bear boxes everywhere. The Sharp top mountain trail (ascending to the Peaks of Otter) was practically attached to the campground. My only advice is to select your site as far away from the road, as there was some traffic noise in the night. Staff was really helpful when I checked in.

@KennethW7A35BA · Camped on Jul 27, 2024 at Campsite #A14

This is a great campground and glad to have found it. So far sites have been easy to reserve and it hasnt been too crowded. The tent side is much quieter without any generators allowed.

@VictoriaS57100 · Camped on Jul 11, 2024 at Campsite #T33

Peaks of Otter campground is a hidden gem along the Blue Ridge Mountains! The campground was quiet, despite it being a summer weekend, and walking distance to so many beautiful hikes and sights. The campsite host Stanley and his coworker were accommodating, knowledgeable about the area, and super friendly. We will be back!

@JackM3712712 · Camped on Jul 2, 2024 at Campsite #B43

Beautiful campground. Water pressure low so toilets wouldnt flush.

@RileyH23BD7653 · Camped on Jun 24, 2024 at Campsite #B18

When arriving the ranger helped us find our spot and showed us some trails nearby. Our campsite was easily accessible and nicely placed. It is definitely near wildlife and right off the parkway. The bathroom were nice, along with our fire pit. Definitely recommend!

@DavidH4978786 · Camped on Jun 21, 2024 at Campsite #T7

One of the most beautiful areas in Virginia, Peaks of Otter campground is one of our favorites. Rangers were helpful and the bathroom was clean.

@JacalynT6A7C23 · Camped on Jun 20, 2024 at Campsite #T12

Beautiful shady RV site.

@AustinK1021351 · Camped on Jun 14, 2024 at Campsite #A22

Site A22. Near level and close to the bathroom, but the parking pad is right next to the adjacent camp site parking.

@CornelCCC44D76 · Camped on Oct 27, 2023 at Campsite #A15

execellent place, and beautiful nature around

@LaurenM8658949 · Camped on Oct 26, 2023 at Campsite #B34

Great campground. Sites are close to each other (if that's important to you.) Felt safe as a solo/female camper. Convenient location, nearby lodge, trails, camp store, and visitor center; all while maintaining a pretty "remote" feel.

@MatthewS683247 · Camped on Oct 26, 2023 at Campsite #T12

The views around the lake and from the top of the mountain can't be beat. The campground is quiet and comfortable. We stayed during peak leaf season and there were plenty of sites available.

@BrandonC112819 · Camped on Oct 25, 2023 at Campsite #T8

Not a good campground. Spots are very small, which is typical of the old CCC built campgrounds but this one is different. I was in spot T08, rated for RVs, and my 12-foot teardrop camper barely fit. Any bigger and you'd be blocking the road. Also there's no little trails to the restrooms. I've never seen that at a campground before. Unless you're spot is the one right next to the restrooms, then you have no access without walking through that person's site (not advised). Otherwise, Ranger at check-in was very nice. Nearby lake is very pretty. Good basecamp if you want to summit the mountains.

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